French football personality Laurent Paganelli suffered a health scare on Friday night during the Ligue 2 play-off match between Saint-Étienne and Rodez, which ended in a 2-0 victory for Saint-Étienne. Paganelli, who began his career at Geoffroy-Guichard stadium in 1978, where the match took place, felt unwell during the game at the age of 61.
In a tweet on Saturday afternoon, Paganelli reassured fans by saying, “I felt dizzy for a few moments but when I woke up, everything was fine. All is well, the great players.” He was taken to the Saint-Étienne University Hospital for observation but has since been discharged, relieved that the incident passed without major consequences.
The incident involving Laurent Paganelli serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of health even in the midst of an exciting football match. Fans and colleagues alike are thankful for his well-being and quick recovery, as the football community comes together in support of one of its own during this challenging moment.
